Freshwater Stingray and Similar Species
Potamotrygonidae
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Ocellate River Stingray
Potamotrygon motoro
Key differences: Characterized by prominent, often orange-rimmed, black ocelli (eye-spots) on a brownish background. Generally one of the more common and widely distributed species.
Black Diamond Stingray
Potamotrygon leopoldi
Key differences: Distinguished by a dark black background with stark white or yellow spots, often forming intricate patterns. Highly prized in the aquarium trade.
Tiger Ray
Potamotrygon tigrina
Key differences: Features a striking pattern of irregular, dark, tiger-like stripes or bands on a lighter background. A rarer and highly sought-after species.
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